Bootstrap for control and independence—build slow but solid.
Raise VC for speed and scale—build big but with strings attached.
Choose based on your goal: freedom or growth.
Is it better to bootstrap or seek VC funding for your startup?
The endless debate: Bootstrap vs. VC funding.
- Bootstrapping builds resilience and deep customer focus. You prioritize solving real problems over chasing valuations.
- VC funding can
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DAY ONE • 1y
Burning through funds to capture Market share is TRENDING. For that startup sacrifice the control they have on the business.
To what extent should we raise funds and what all things should we consider about the VC from which we are raising funds.
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The next billionaire
Unfiltered and real ... • 1m
Found this amazing VC vs Bootstrap Analogy! Give it a read.
VCs sell you dreams.
But bootstrappers build wealth today.
Turning down every investor pitch for 12 years to bootstrap to $5M ARR has proven to be the best bet of my journey.
Here's the
Do You Really Need Investors? Maybe Not!
Fundraising vs. Bootstrapping – What’s Right for You?
Bootstrapping (Pros & Cons)
✅ Full control
✅ No pressure from investors
❌ Slower growth
Example: Mailchimp, Zoho, Basecamp – all built without investors
Hey everyone, I'm Raja Prashanth, the founder of Local Mama, a reward-based local search engine. We've reached over 15,000 downloads and have partnered with 500+ businesses in Andhra Pradesh. Now, we're excited to expand our services to metro cities
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Founder And CEO Of F... • 3m
"8 Powerful Assets to Help You Achieve Financial Freedom and Quit Your Job"
Robert Kiyosaki's 8 Essential Assets to Achieve Financial Freedom
Robert Kiyosaki, author of the bestselling book Rich Dad Poor Dad, is known for his unique approach to per
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AprameyaAI • 9m
Top 5 tips for bootstrap eagles!
While attending Li Event at Mumbai, I've networked with some LcNc Developers
They gave me 5 tips
➟ Sell first, build later: Prove demand before investing time and money and Research well
➟ Solve real problems: Fo